Girls on the Run Greater Connecticut - Program Coordinator

Title : Program Coordinator

Reports to : Executive Director

Location : Hybrid (primarily remote) with residency required in one of the 5 CT counties this role supports (Hartford, Litchfield, Tolland, New Haven, and Fairfield)

FLSA Status : Non-exempt, part-time (15-20 hours)

Are you passionate about empowering girls? Are you looking for a job that aligns with your values and supports the local community? We want to talk to you!

Girls on the Run Greater Connecticut is a local nonprofit organization that operates as a part of Girls on the Run International and is dedicated to creating a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential and is free to boldly pursue her dreams.

We inspire girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running.

Girls on the Run Greater Connecticut serves 5 of the 8 counties in Connecticut; Hartford, Litchfield, Tolland, New Haven, and Fairfield Counties.

To learn more about our program check out our website :

Girls on the Run believes that all girls and communities should have access to our programs. We commit to eliminate barriers to participation, to continue creating programming that engages all communities, to be intentional about staff and volunteer diversity, and to promote a culture of inclusion across the organization.

Position Profile

We're excited to welcome a Program Coordinator to our team to support our program outreach, coach training and administrative functions.

The Girls on the Run® Program Coordinator should possess a passion for and commitment to improving the lives and opportunities of girls in third through eighth grades.

This position will report to the Girls on the Run Executive Director.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to :

Program Outreach and Site Management

• Implement the Girls on the Run strategic program plan and achieve or exceed program goals with respect to number of girls, number of sites and demographic requirements
• Market Girls on the Run program to potential sites
• Work with a diverse group of community leaders, schools and other groups to maximize Girls on the Run success and impact
• Coordinate new and existing sites
• Reinforce current site policies and procedures, innovating and improving as needed

Coach Management and Training

• With Program Manager, ensure program sites are staffed with qualified volunteer coaches
• Collaborate with Program Manager to manage coach training, including Girls on the Run training, CPR & First Aid, and background checks
• Reinforce current coaching policies and procedures and generate continuous improvement
• Manage inventory and distribution of coach and program curriculum, materials and supplies

Budget and Administrative

• Collect data & manage information of rosters, girls, numbers & revenue
• Manage coach files, sites files and other program-related paperwork
• Research and recommend future school sites

Qualities and Qualifications

• Passion for Girls on the Run mission
• A dedication to Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity and Access
• Outstanding communication skills in multiple environments and with a range of audiences (internal and external)
• Ability to work on multiple projects, prioritize and make efficient decisions
• Attention to detail and basic computer skills; Experience with basic CRM systems & Microsoft Office
• Flexible and adaptable
• Occasional travel throughout Connecticut, flexible schedule including some nights and weekends as needed
• Experience with youth or wellness programs a plus!
• Proven ability to connect with local communities

At Girls on the Run Greater Connecticut, we support and celebrate one another not only as coworkers, but as people. We proudly offer generous and flexible PTO, so that our staff can nurture their physical, mental and emotional wellbeing in ways that are personally meaningful to them.

We pride ourselves on a team culture that is supportive, understanding and open. This is a part-time, non-exempt position offering between $18 and $20 per hour.

We're striving to shape a recruitment strategy that reflects our heart for inclusion and accessibility. We recognize (and appreciate!) the effort you're investing in this application process and so have decided not to require or accept cover letters.

We look forward to learning about you through the interview process!

Priority will be given to applications received by October 11, 2024.